Tillington Stables

Tillington Stables is a small, family-run children's riding school based in the village of Tillington, West Sussex. The school runs term-time group lessons on Saturday and Sunday mornings, with themed pony mornings held throughout the school holidays. Sessions run from 9:30 to 12:00 during the holidays, giving children a relaxed half-day introduction to ponies and riding.

Lessons cover flatwork, hacking, pole work and show jumping, allowing young riders to build a rounded foundation across the core disciplines. The stables welcome beginners and focus on teaching children in a supportive group setting. Pricing starts at GBP 25 for a 30 minute lesson, with 1 hour lessons charged at GBP 40. Holiday pony mornings give children the chance to spend extended time with the ponies outside the regular term-time schedule.

Facilities include outdoor arenas used for lessons and pony mornings, with hacking available as part of the programme. The rural West Sussex setting gives riders direct access to surrounding lanes and countryside, which the school uses for hacking outings alongside arena-based work.

Tillington Stables is an ABRS approved riding establishment and is licensed by Chichester District Council. The family-run nature of the school keeps group sizes small, making it a practical option for parents looking for weekend riding lessons for children in the Tillington area. Families interested in booking lessons or finding out more about upcoming holiday pony mornings should contact the stables directly.